9/21: Sunday

Lisa asked me if I wanted to ride with her, and I almost bailed but accepted and I was glad. Sunday rides with Lisa normally consist of going out in the field and chatting, but they were haying so we were forced to do REAL work in the outdoor - the horrors! We used a whip and got the engine revved a little bit. We did a few canters/gallops up the long sides and even got one around the short side, plus a BUNCH of nice walks and trots. I think that people underestimate the walk but it really is important. Not only does it get the horse more responsive to your leg and gets the basics down at a slow speed, but it's so good for their muscles.